The UK’s first literary festival dedicated entirely to wellbeing books and their authors.
Welcome to Better Read Book Fest
The UK’s first literary festival dedicated entirely to wellbeing books, celebrates the transformative power of books written about emotional wellbeing, self-development and mental health with a gathering of authors and readers.
Buy an Early Bird ticket and get an exclusive Festival Gift Bag worth more than £20!
Listen to authors share their expertise and ask them questions, buy their books at the Festival Shop and get them signed, and enjoy an inspiring and uplifting day.
Line-up
Suzy Reading
Natalie Lue
Dr Helen Wall
Natasha Page
Dr Emma Hepburn
Dr Sula Windgassen
Good to know
Highlights
- 9 hours
- ages 14+
- In-person
- Paid parking
- Doors at 8:45 AM
Refund Policy
Location
St Mary's Priory
5 Monk Street
Abergavenny NP7 5ND
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Agenda
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Welcome
Doors open and at 9.20am a brief introduction to kick off the Festival.
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In conversation with Dr Emma Hepburn
In conversation Dr Emma Hepburn will share insights and practical tools to prevent and manage burnout, as well as her own experience, from her book, 'The Anti-Burnout Book'. There will be time for you to ask questions too.
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Book signing + Break
Emma will be available to sign your copy of 'The Anti-Burnout Book' (available to purchase at the Festival). During this time you're welcome to get refreshments or stretch your legs outside in the courtyard.